Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive culinary team as a Head Chef, where you'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. This role offers the opportunity to cultivate a positive work culture, drive performance, and maintain high food standards. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will empower emerging leaders through mentorship. Enjoy a variety of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and discounts on meals. This is your chance to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking organization that values individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and developing culinary teams.
• Strong focus on guest experience and food quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be wagamama. We are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations while maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

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